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FY57 BFZ

2008 Citroen Xsara

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

110,394 mi
Last recorded110,394 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen Xsara70,413 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY57 BFZ
MakeCitroen
ModelXsara
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2024 110,394 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ( Outer Sill ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ( Both N/S and O/S ) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ( Both N/S and O/S ) (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 107,742 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ( Both N/S and O/S ) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ( Both N/S AND O/S ) (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 107,742 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ( Outer Sill ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ( Both N/S and O/S ) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush ( Both N/S AND O/S ) (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 103,804 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 96,212 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 96,212 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 88,738 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 85,880 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 81,299 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 81,299 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 73,834 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 73,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 68,397 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 63,410 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 56,163 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2013 51,340 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 45,093 miles

both front headlamps has a yellowish beam

nearside front brake binding

Fail 3 Sep 2012 45,093 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

both front headlamps has a yellowish beam

nearside front brake binding

Pass 14 Feb 2012 41,967 miles

back box support strap broken but still supports exhaust

front discs worn

nearside front tyre has age deterioration cracking on tread

nearside rear tyre has age deterioration cracking on tread

offside front tyre has age deterioration cracking on tread

offside rear tyre has age deterioration cracking on tread

Pass 11 Feb 2011 31,541 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

front number plate slightly damaged

How Reliable is the Citroen Xsara?

Based on 5,047,330 MOT tests across 355,498 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
7,021
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
355,498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 242,573
Registration plate lamp not working 140,363
Stop lamp not working 132,977
position lamp(s) not working 129,143
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 102,720
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FY57 BFZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Citroen Xsara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 70,413 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Xsara fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 242,573 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY57 BFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Xsara typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen Xsara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FY57 BFZ is a 2008 Citroen Xsara, first registered on 22 February 2008.

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